EONS Resources

Different Perspectives

An in-development set of resources intended to help contextualize the sky cultures of people whose astronomical traditions remain under-represented in contemporary astronomy.

Abya Yala 

Abya Yala is a term used by Indigenous communities in North and South America to refer to the landmasses generally known as the Americas/America. 

General Resources


Figures in the Sky

Nadieh Bremer's beautiful data visualizations and an exploration of  28 different sky cultures from around the world.

Historical Approaches to Race and Colonialism in Astronomy Reading List

A brief introductory collection of resources that can act as valuable tools in approaching subjects of race and colonialism in astronomy from a historical perspective. 

Cultural Astronomy Terminology Guide

An in-progress introduction to important terms and concepts. 

Relearning the Star Stories of Indigenous Peoples

Article by Christie Taylor outlining how the lost constellations of Indigenous North Americans can connect culture, science, and inspire the next generation of scientists.

Cultural Astronomy Bootcamp: An EONS Syllabus for Interns

A one month intensive course designed to quickly introduce themes and methods in the history of science while familiarizing interns with basic astronomical literacy.